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Starting from $325

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Details

  • Frame

    9 hrs

  • Frame

    Ages 8+

  • Premium Meals

    Lunch

  • Easy to strenous

    Moderate

  • Big or small

    Max 9

  • Drinks

    Refreshments

Overview

Combine two of our most popular tours, Kohala Waterfalls & Kohala Canopy Adventures, for an action-packed adventure. Spend an exhilarating day in North Kohala, a land of stunning beauty and profound cultural significance. Zipline high above the forest floor, enjoy a picnic lunch and swim under a private waterfall fed by a cool mountain stream.

 

Map

Gear Provided

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    Walking sticks

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    Towels

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    Day Packs

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    Rain Gear

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    Bug Repellant

  • Sunscreen

    Sunscreen

What to Bring & Wear

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    Closed-toe shoes

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    Light Jacket

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    Bathing Suit

Kohala Zip & Dip Highlights

Stroll

Take a leisurely, guided walk through a private nature reserve. Swim and play under a freshwater cascade

enjoy

Enjoy a picnic-style lunch at the waterfall trailhead

off-road

Ramble off-road in a 4-wheel-drive vehicle

fly!

Fly through Kohala Zipline’s full aerial canopy course! 8 ziplines, 6 sky bridges, and 1 rappel

why choose us

Fully Outfitted

We take care of the gear so you can focus on the fun! From rain gear to hiking sticks, we provide everything you need for the hike.

 

Expert Guide

Our guides are storytellers who bring the island’s rich history and culture to life. Learn about the landscape, plants, and wildlife while flying from tree-to-tree.

 

Small Group

Enjoy a small group size with a maximum of 10 guests – more time to connect, ask questions, and soak in the beauty of Hawaii Nei

 

Exclusive Access

We are the only tour company that has exclusive access to this section of Kohala. Go off the beaten path and get ready to see Hawaii from a perspective most people never experience

 

Sustainable Practices

Committed to preserving the beauty of Hawaii Nei, we incorporate reusable or recyclable materials and leave no trace behind so you can enjoy nature while helping to protect it

Restrictions

  • Physical – Guests must weigh between 70 and 270 lbs and be at least 8 years old. Guests will be weighed at check-in. These restrictions are strictly enforced.
  • All guests must be able to walk over uneven terrain and handle a short walk
  • This tour is not suitable for pregnant individuals
  • Other tour restrictions may apply

Schedule

Approximately 8-9 hours round trip, departs from Hawaii Forest & Trail Headquarters, Waikoloa Queen’s Marketplace and the Shops at Mauna Lani.

 

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FAQs

  • How much hiking do we do for the waterfall trail?

    Expect to cover approximately 1 mile in 1.5 – 2 hours.

     

  • Is there elevation gain for the waterfall trail?

    Both hikes do have short ascents and descents. The first hike elevation gain is approximately 90’, the second hike elevation gain is approximately 50’.

     

  • What is the water temperature in the waterfall?

    Water temperature varies and ranges between 60 and 70 degrees F. It’s very cool and refreshing.

     

  • What happens if I decide I don't want to zip anymore? How do I get down?

    Zipline tours are adventures, by definition unusual, exciting, and somewhat daring. Kohala Zipline on the Big Island of Hawaii accommodates participants who want to try a canopy tour only to find out that it’s not for them. You’ll have a chance to explore your comfort zone during your first two tree-based zips, after which you have an option to exit the course at Platform Three. While it is technically possible to exit at any time during the Kohala Canopy Tour, doing so may delay fellow participants in your and even in subsequent groups. Keep in mind, your safety and comfort are top priority for our guides. Certified to the rigorous standards of the Association for Challenge Course Technologies (ACCT), they understand fear, and they will stand by you all the way as you jump and soar to your final triumphant rappel.

  • What if I have never zipped before?

    The Kohala Canopy Tour on the Big Island of Hawaii appeals to experienced zip-line followers and first-time explorers alike. If you are new to ziplines, please know that your safety and comfort always come first and that we have one of the best guide to guest ratios in Hawaii (1 guide for every 4 guests). Your first zip at the beginning of the tour is a short practice run, with as sole purpose education: Our guides provide detailed, hands-on instructions and teach you how to adjust your speed and orientation. As you glide from tree to tree during the course itself, guides are available to help you at each platform, a strategy that’s part of our redundant safety systems. There is time on the platforms for the guides to answer all your questions, from basic know-how to place-based inquiry and technical intricacy.

  • The rest of my family is zipping, but I am not interested. Can I watch them?

    Right now, we don’t have an observer option available, but hope to have that available soon.

  • What are the restrictions?

    Kohala Zipline is a full-participation course and riders control their speed and orientation. Participants should be able to reach above their heads to apply friction to the cable.  Riders must weigh at least 70 lbs and the recomended maximum is 270 lbs. We do weigh-ins prior to zipping.

    This tour is not for guests with back or neck problems, expectant mothers, or those with an extreme fear of heights. Guests with the following conditions should consult their physician prior to zipping: heart disease or cardiac conditions, asthma, diabetes, insulin dependency, severe allergies, or any condition that could require immediate medical attention. Participants should be in relatively good health, with no existing or previous injuries that could be aggravated by moderate physical activity.

  • How long is the zipline tour?

    You’ll be on our course for around 2 hours. Half-way through the course and following a short hike, we break briefly at a scenic spot for a water break. The total length of your zip-line experience is around 3 hours, check-in to check-out. Keep in mind the experience may be longer or shorter depending on how many guests are on the experience and what their comfort level is. Kohala Zipline Station is situated on the Big Island, just past the town of Hawi between mile marker 22 and 23 in North Kohala, about a 50 minute drive from Waikoloa Beach Resort and about 1 hour plus 15 minutes from Kailua-Kona.

  • Is there any hiking involved for the zipline course?

    We’re in the trees most of the time. We do a short walk between lines 2 and 3 and a short climb up about 25 stairs between lines 5 and 6. The first one is less than 50 yards, the second is about 300 yards. At the end of the hike, we’ll have an opportunity to use the restroom, and enjoy a light snack and water.

  • Is there an elevation gain for the zipline course?

    Both hikes do have short ascents and descents. The first hike elevation loss is approxmately 40’, the second hike elevation gain is approximately 90’.

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